Editor and Book Coach
Ruth Whippman, Author of America the Anxious and Boymom: Raising Boys in the Age of Impossible Masculinity:
“Bonnie is the best editor I have ever worked with. She is equally brilliant at both the big picture ideas level and the sentence by sentence level. While always supportive and encouraging, she will also not let anything slide and will keep pushing until the manuscript is the best it can possibly be. I highly recommend her to any non fiction writer at any stage of their project- from initial idea to final draft.
Jo-Ann Finkelstein, PhD, Author of Sexism and Sensibility: Raising Empowered, Resilient Girls in the Modern World:
I initially engaged Bonnie’s help for one chapter. She read it with a close eye and her suggestions were excellent prompting me to request she read the entire manuscript. Although the work was mostly finished, Bonnie made some key points and her encouraging feedback allowed me to believe I was actually ready to let it go. Very helpful!
Matthew Madaus, LCSW, Author of No Crash Landings:
I worked with Bonnie on my manuscript of my non-fiction book. I met with her multiple times over a period of several months. She was incredibly helpful, providing feedback that ranged from detailed wording suggestions to narrative flow and clarity of messaging. Bonnie's editing and coaching made me a better writer and really enhanced the manuscript.
Services
Developmental Editing
I work with authors at all stages of the process, from the seed of an idea to finished work. From research assistance and idea formation to structure and narrative flow, as well as line edits and proofreading.
Coaching Services
A book is a huge undertaking, and it’s a lot for one person to hold on their own. As a coach, I help with the psychological aspects of the writing process, including motivation, workflow planning, writer's block, and general emotional support.
Writing and More
Need assistance getting some words down? I am a writer of content, articles, blog posts, and grants.
About
Bonnie Alexander
Since beginning work as an editor and book coach, Bonnie has helped writers with work that has been published in The New York Times, The Atlantic, Washington Post, Journal of Peace Studies, Journal of Medical Ethics, and The Point magazine.
She lives in Oakland, California, with her wife and dog.
Contact
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